Asking a player who was a shutdown defenseman in junior to become a shutdown defenseman in the NHL/AHL has to be one of the mist difficult transitions. Not that impressive numbers but I'd still move Khokhlachev or Spooner and one of those seconds for him in hopes of him getting minutes in Boston under a system that can develop him properly.
People may have their issues with Julien but he is one of the best coaches at developing defensive systems that help the goalies and defense in the world.
I think it's risky, when you talk of trading those 2 prospects and for someone that might need more work then we think, would you be happy seeing Koko playing in PHX say putting up pts and Gormley ends up behind Joe Morrow on depth chart.
Not saying Morrow is better but he could be one day.
I do agree that if Claude has a strength in development it's with Defensemen
I followed Gormley closely when he was with Moncton. One of the few top prospects from the Island. Haven't had the pleasure of watching him live since turning pro, but I've never been completely sold on him as a high upside guy. Always seen him as more of a steady unspectacular defender with a good low/hard PP shot. I don't believe he will ever be a shutdown force or a dynamic offensive defenseman. In fact, doubt he ever provides much offense outside of the PP (if he gets it in the NHL). Jack of all trades, master of none. It's completely possible my dated viewings of him are wrong and he becomes that all situations minute eating defender. I've always believed he'd be an NHL'er though. He has the smarts. Just more likely a middle pairing guy at full capacity, as he's not blessed with any single extraordinary ability.
I'd be nice to have him in the organization. I think Spooner + Morrow is overpay though.
I'm going have to agree here, it's an overpayment but will say this depends on who else is after him BrainOfJ made a point that 29 other teams could offer too.. ( doubt that happens but could )
Joe Morrow
2013-14 Providence Bruins AHL GP56 G 6 A 23 PTS 29 PIM 28 +/- -1
Stats are just as good ( would need the eye test )
Spooner + 1st
for
Larsson
Probably not enough, but 1st rounders in this draft class are supposed to be golden. (Deep draft)
Offering this Pick so early with a great Draft coming, not the direction I'd go ...
Need a guarantee if I trade this pick ( This year anyways )
